2022 Turley Petite Sirah Rattlesnake Ridge
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Tasting notes
Inky deep purple. Violet florals and heaps of fruit – black plum, raspberry and cherry – in dried, fresh, and jam form. Really structured – intense, high tannin. Fresh acid. (SCJ)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate
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The 2022 Petite Syrah Rattlesnake Ridge takes time to unwind in the glass, leading with opaque yet fresh aromas of baked plums, prunes, violets, blackcurrant, licorice and coconut flakes once ready. As with all the Turley Petite Syrah bottlings, the palate is incredibly full-bodied and lush, although providing noticeably more freshness in comparison to the Pesenti bottling. The finish is loaded with maximally ripe fruits and chewy yet gentle, powdery tannins that interweave with iron and violet notes. This will benefit from 3-5 years in the cellar to exchange some of its immense concentration for alluring nuance.
About the producer
Founded in 1993, Turley Cellars is a leading name in California Zinfandel and Petite Syrah. The winery has helped preserve the state’s old-vine heritage, farming historic vineyards organically and producing distinctive single-vineyard wines known for their character and longevity.